Tax Evasion is the illegal practice of not paying or underpaying taxes owed to the government. It is a form of tax fraud and a felony offense in many countries. Tax Evasion can occur in many ways, including not filing tax returns, underreporting income, falsifying deductions, and concealing assets. It also includes actions such as intentionally misclassifying income, allowing employees to be paid off the books, and not paying payroll taxes. Penalties for Tax Evasion can include hefty fines, criminal charges, and even jail time. There are two types of Tax Evasion: willful and non-willful. Willful Tax Evasion is when a taxpayer deliberately and intentionally fails to pay taxes. Non-willful Tax Evasion is when a taxpayer is unaware they owe taxes and fails to pay them.